LGV Driving in Adverse Weather Conditions

Question 1

In icy conditions, by how much can stopping distances for an LGV increase compared to dry roads?

Accepted Answer

Up to ten times

Answer

In icy conditions, stopping distances can increase by up to ten times compared to dry roads due to the severe loss of tyre grip.

Question 2

Before setting off in heavy snow, what must an LGV driver clear from the vehicle?

Accepted Answer

All windows, mirrors, lights, and number plates

Answer

All windows, mirrors, lights, and number plates must be completely clear to ensure full visibility and legal compliance before driving in snow.

Question 3

When driving an LGV in strong crosswinds, which situation creates the greatest risk of the vehicle being blown off course?

Accepted Answer

Lightly loaded or unladen with a high-sided body

Answer

A lightly loaded or unladen high-sided LGV presents a large surface area to the wind with little weight to resist it, making it highly vulnerable to crosswinds.

Question 4

At what level of visibility must you switch on fog lights when driving an LGV in foggy conditions?

Accepted Answer

Less than 100 metres

Answer

Fog lights must be used when visibility is reduced to less than 100 metres, as required by the Highway Code.

Question 5

What is the minimum safe following distance recommended for an LGV on a wet road compared to dry conditions?

Accepted Answer

At least double the dry-road stopping distance

Answer

In wet conditions, you should allow at least double the normal dry-road stopping distance due to significantly reduced tyre grip.

UK LGV Theory Practice Test

UK LGV Theory Practice Test

LGV Driving in Adverse Weather Conditions